Haswell chip primer: How Intel pinches power

Intel's Haswell processor is first and foremost about power savings. Here's how the chipmaker got a serious battery life boost.

Google to build YouTube app for Windows Phone 8

After a public tussle, Microsoft and Google have agreed to jointly build a native YouTube app for Windows Phone 8, which will be released within a few weeks.

Microsoft refutes reports about Xbox One used game sales

But the software giant won't disclose its policy regarding the resale of used titles for the new video game console.

Xbox One uncertainty, earnings drag down GameStop

The game retailer's shares have taken a hit this week, falling nearly 20 percent.

Google Translate says 'Hola!' to Chrome

The latest Chrome beta for Android integrates Google Translate support directly into the browser, just like it does with its desktop counterpart.

How Xbox One opens the door for the next Apple TV

The new TV-gadget landscape is just getting started. The Xbox One is just the beginning...and Apple is far from out of the game.

Microsoft reportedly to take cut on used Xbox One game sales

Each sale of a used Xbox One game will profit Microsoft and the original publisher, at least according to U.K. gaming news site MCV.

Cause of PC malaise? Designs not 'compelling,' says Intel

Intel executive admits devices haven't been good enough to justify an upgrade, but says the company's new processor will get things moving.

Game over for used games: How Xbox One and PS4 could gut gamers' wallets

Microsoft said it designed the Xbox One to enable owners to trade in and resell games at retail. But what if it can't play used games?

In risky new tack, Microsoft stacks Surface against iPad

Microsoft is taking a chance by comparing Surface RT with the iPad. The comparisons -- even those listed by Microsoft -- aren't that favorable.

Microsoft cleared in Xbox patent spat with Google

The U.S. International Trade Commission on Thursday reaffirmed an earlier ruling, saying Microsoft did not infringe on patents owned by Google.

Xbox One's unexpected pitch: It's the Dad Box

Microsoft takes a narrow demographic view of its new game console, which may be a smart move.

Pad this, Apple! Microsoft blasts iPad yet again in new ad

After getting Siri to do its critical work, Microsoft releases another ad comparing the iPad and Windows 8 tablet. Guess which comes out looking better?

EU plans $6.4 billion effort to boost chip manufacturing

The European Commission is spending 5 billion euros to coordinate and advance the processor industry in Europe. The goal: a fifth of worldwide manufacturing.

Microsoft to launch Kinect for Windows sensor in 2014

The new Kinect for Windows sensor will use the same technologies found in the sensor for the Xbox One.

Microsoft to take Bing deeper into Windows Blue, Xbox One

Microsoft's Bing is morphing from a "mere" search engine into more of a service that will power next-generation devices -- Windows Blue PCs and tablets, as well as the Xbox One.

Broadcom unveils new 5G Wi-Fi chips for PCs, tablets, phones

Designed for 802.11ac wireless, the new 5G chips are being targeted for entry-level devices.

Lenovo scores record sales amidst PC industry slump

Its PC-making rivals may be hurting, but Lenovo is turning in record results as evidenced by its latest quarter and fiscal year.

Tesla repays government loan early, a boost for electric cars

Tesla is proving that a U.S. electric car company can succeed. It paid off a $465 million loan nine years early.

Siri slams iPad in new Windows 8 ad

Redmond's new competitive spirit reaches a high pitch as one of Apple's favorite pitchwomen is co-opted to trash Apple's famed tablet.